In product management, the journey from idea to execution often feels like navigating a maze. Challenges like shifting priorities, evolving user needs, and resource constraints add complexity to the process. Yet, there’s one guiding light that can help product teams stay on track: stakeholder input.

Aligning your design strategy with business goals is crucial for building products that work for both users and the business. But let’s be honest—teams can easily hit roadblocks if product management and UX designers aren’t in sync. When these teams don’t collaborate closely, you end up with missed opportunities, frustrated stakeholders, and a product that doesn’t deliver.